Aside their enrolment,
the two top celebrities were among entertainers that volunteered to be
goodwill ambassadors of the scheme. The official presentation of the
NEIHIS ID card and other relevant care access documents were made to
them on Friday, 15th May, 2015.
Speaking
during the presentation, the two celebrities applauded the initiative
and commended the organizers for their doggedness and sacrifice towards
ensuring a well-structured health care scheme for the entertainment
industry.
In his words, DJ Jimmy Jatt said he is excited about the reality of the scheme.
"One
might not really know the essence of what is happening now in our
industry until one is in dire need of these services especially under
emergency situations. What is happening now is something that should
have happened a long time ago but the most important thing is that it's
finally a reality. I enjoin all other entertainment practitioners across
Nigeria to also make this informed decision".
Also
speaking during his presentation, Sammie Okposo said the industry is
finally on the part of honour. "The Era of begging in our industry seems
to have come to an end. Health is wealth and we as entertainers have to
do what it takes to safeguard our health. I'm proud to be on the NEIHIS
scheme and enjoin others in our industry to do the same. The Nigerian
Entertainment Industry Health Trust Fund is also there as a benefit for
all enrolees".
NEIHIS
is a private customized scheme designed for the entertainment industry
and endorsed by the National Health Insurance Scheme (NHIS). It’s an
initiative of the Nigerian Entertainment Industry Lecture Series
(NEILS).
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